International Foods & Spices

Please consider this review as constructive feedback for the store owners. Overall, I'm glad to have an Indian grocery store in the neighborhood, and I hope this feedback helps make it even better. 1. It would be wonderful to see a wider variety of Indian (Desi) vegetables and fresh produce that are not commonly available in mainstream supermarkets, such as - Ash Gourd (White Pumpkin), Snake Gourd, Ivy Gourd, Ridge Gourd, fresh Palak (spinach) bunches, Mint bunches (with a reasonable quantity), and Green Beans (String beans) 2. I understand that IFS is currently the only Indian grocery store in the immediate area. However, the pricing of some fresh herbs seems significantly higher than what is typically found at Indian grocery stores across the Philadelphia and New Jersey region. For example, Indian-style cilantro/coriander is generally around $0.60–$0.80 per bunch, whereas it is $2 here. Similarly, curry leaves are usually $1–$1.50, while $3 feels quite expensive. 3. The packaged okra currently sold is not the Indian-style bhindi that many customers look for. It would be great if the store could source Desi okra and, if possible, offer it loose so customers can select the more tender pods themselves. 4. Lastly, the credit card surcharge for purchases under $10, along with additional charges for using Discover or American Express, is something I haven't commonly experienced at other grocery stores. It discourages customers from stopping in for quick or small purchases, especially when some items are already priced at a premium. These are simply my observations after shopping here as well as at several other Indian grocery stores across Pennsylvania and New Jersey. I genuinely hope the store continues to improve its variety, pricing, and overall shopping experience. I'd love to support this store more often if these areas are addressed. Thank you!!

Great place to find things.You won't find in a regular supermarket lots of vegetarian and vegan items. You also find lots of legumes in bulk packaging here, it's a little bit tough to …

Great selection and quality of diverse spices, staples, and other items. My issue is that a lot of the items are not priced. So every time you buy something, you are flipping a coin on how much it is going to cost and I am not interested in playing that game...If they start pricing everything consistently, I think I would be shopping there a lot more often.

Excellent selection of spices, oils, fresh ingredients, and even some equipment. Bought my tawa here a while ago that I use all the time. Staff is very polite and helpful and the store is always exceptionally clean. I’ve never not been able …

Great selection and very kind, helpful staff. The samosas are a bit too salty for me (and I love salt) but they’re affordable and delicious otherwise!